Combustion Turbine Technician I-IV at Oglethorpe Power Corp

Forsyth, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Combustion Turbine Operation, Preventive Maintenance, Troubleshooting, High-Voltage Electrical Systems, Industrial Control Systems, Maximo, Clearance Authority, Mechanical Maintenance, Instrumentation Systems, Plant Control Systems, Siemens T3000, GE Mark VI/VIII, Allen-Bradley PLC, Technical Manual Interpretation, Failure Mode Diagnosis, Outage Coordination

Industry

Utilities

Description

Smarr Simple Cycle Plant | Forsyth, GA Work on real machines. Keep the lights on. Be home in your community. Oglethorpe Power is hiring Combustion Turbine Technicians (CT Tech I–IV) to support our Smarr Simple Cycle Plant-a fast‑response peaking facility that plays a critical role in grid reliability across Georgia. This role is ideal for technicians with experience in industrial power generation, gas turbines, heavy rotating equipment, or military/shipboard systems who want steady work, strong safety culture, and hands‑on responsibility in a modern plant environment. Job Duties: Start up, shut down, and operate simple‑cycle combustion turbines and balance‑of‑plant systems Perform operator rounds, monitor plant conditions, and respond to alarms and abnormal equipment behavior Troubleshoot and perform preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance on mechanical, electrical, and instrumentation systems Work with high‑voltage electrical systems and industrial control systems Diagnose failure modes, take corrective action, and escalate issues when needed Own assigned systems and work orders using Maximo (planning, parts, documentation, follow‑up) Support outages and maintenance planning (including job plans, parts, and staging) Serve as Clearance Authority, ensuring equipment is safely isolated before work begins Coordinate with contractors during outages, repairs, and capital projects Document work, operational events, and system conditions clearly for shift handoffs and reporting The Kind of Technician We're Looking For We're looking for technicians who: Are comfortable working around rotating equipment, high‑energy systems, and industrial hazards Can independently troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and control issues under pressure Take safety seriously and follow procedures-even when no one's watching Work well on a team and communicate clearly during shifts and outages Want long‑term stability, skill development, and pride in plant performance Experience We Value You may be a good fit if you have experience in one or more of the following: Combustion turbines, gas turbines, or large industrial engines Power plants, refineries, chemical plants, LNG facilities, or large manufacturing sites Naval propulsion, shipboard turbines, or industrial rotating equipment Industrial electrical, instrumentation, or mechanical maintenance Required Qualifications: Education: High School Diploma or equivalent required. Associate's degree in engineering, engineering, or related physical science, or equivalent preferred. Experience: 4+ years of experience in: Entry‑level candidates with strong mechanical/technical aptitude will be considered for CT Tech I Equivalent Experience: For the Combustion Technician I, we will consider entry-level candidates with demonstrated analytical and technical problem-solving aptitude. Specialized Skills: Ability to read and apply technical manuals, drawings, and procedures Experience with or exposure to plant control systems such as: Siemens T3000 GE Mark VI/VIII Allen-Bradley PLC's Strong troubleshooting skills across electrical, mechanical, and instrumentation systems Comfortable using plant software and basic computer tools (email, work orders, documentation) Willingness to work rotating shifts, call‑outs, and overtime as required for plant operations Licenses, Registrations, and/or Certifications: Valid driver's license which meets the insurance eligibility requirements under Oglethorpe Power's qualification program. Travel: 15% Unusual hours or overtime: Will require scheduled and call-out overtime as plant operating and maintenance needs dictate. Production schedules require 24-hour coverage, rotating shift schedules.

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Responsibilities

Operate, monitor, and maintain simple-cycle combustion turbines and balance-of-plant systems to ensure grid reliability. Perform troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, and serve as Clearance Authority for safe equipment isolation.